Wuerzburg
Elementary/Middle
School
Parent/Student Handbook
SY 2007-08
Debbie
L. Strong, Principal
Parent/Student
Handbook
SY 2007-2008
Acknowledgement and Understanding of
Student Handbook 2007-2008
The Wuerzburg Elementary/Middle School Parent/Student Handbook is a valuable resource for parents and students. Information includes attendance policies, behavior expectations, grading policies, dress code, etc. Please read the Handbook and sign below to acknowledge your receipt and understanding of the information it contains and return this portion to the school. Students are to return this signed portion to their homeroom/first period teacher no later than September 7, 2007, or within one week of enrollment at WEMS.
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Parent Name (Printed) Student Name (Printed)
*__________________________________ *___________________________________
Parent Signature Date Student Signature Date
*Signatures represent receipt of the student handbook and parent/student awareness of school policies and procedures for School Year 2007-2008.
Whats Best For Kids
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Activities/Organization..................................................................................................................... 27
Appropriate Guidance........................................................................................................... 18,19,20
Attendance...................................................................................................................................... 15
Awards/Honor Roll......................................................................................................................... 26
Books And Other School Property ... ....15
Bus Transportation.......................................................................................................................... 16
Calendar......................................................................................................................................... 10
Chain of Command............................................................................................................................ 5
Child Find ...................................................................................................................................... 14
Children With Disabilities/Learning Impaired..................................................................................... 14
Communication Between Home And School.................................................................................... 17
Conferences.................................................................................................................................... 26
Curriculum And Support Programs............................................................................................. 11-13
Daily Schedule................................................................................................................................... 7
Dependent Schools Organization........................................................................................................ 4
DoDEA Mission Statement................................................................................................................ 5
Dress And Grooming Standards....................................................................................................... 20
Early Withdrawals/Transfers............................................................................................................ 27
Emergency Contact Information....................................................................................................... 21
Health Services................................................................................................................................ 21
Homework ..................................................................................................................................... 22
Late Opening, Cancellation And Early Closing Of School................................................................. 22
Lost And Found.............................................................................................................................. 23
Lunch Program................................................................................................................................ 23
Messages For Students.................................................................................................................... 17
Mid-Quarter Progress Reports........................................................................................................ 26
Mission Statements......................................................................................................................... 5,6
Parent Involvement Opportunities (School Home Partnership)....................................................... 25
Progress Reports (Report Cards)..................................................................................................... 26
Principals Letter............................................................................................................................... 6
Registration..................................................................................................................................... 27
Safety And Security......................................................................................................................... 28
School Supply List............................................................................................................................. 9
School Bus Table of Consequences................................................................................................. 28
Students Responsibilities and Privileges............................................................................................ 18
Study Trips...................................................................................................................................... 27
Sure Start Program......................................................................................................................... 14
Tobacco Products ... 28
Toys And Non-Educational Objects................................................................................................ 28
Use Of School Telephones By Students........................................................................................... 17
Visitors..... ...................................................................................................................................30
DEPENDENT SCHOOLS ORGANIZATION
Schools for dependents of military and civilian
personnel stationed overseas are operated by the
Department of Defense.
School Level
Mrs. Debbie L. Strong, Principal
Wuerzburg Elementary/Middle School
Unit 26625
Telephone: (DSN)
350-7169
(CIV) 0931-700660
District Superintendent
Mr. Mike Thompson, Superintendent
DoDDS Superintendents Office
Unit 28614
DoDEA Europe Regional Office
Ms. Diana Ohman, Area Superintendent
Office Area Superintendent
DoDDS Europe
CMR 443,
Telephone: (DSN)
338-7614
(CIV) 0611-3807565
Director, DoDEA
Dr. Joseph D. Tafoya
Office of Dependent Schools
Telephone: 001-703-696-4247
TO PROVIDE A QUALITY EDUCATION FOR ELIGIBLE MINOR DEPENDENTS OF DoD MILITARY AND CIVILIAN PERSONNEL STATIONED OVERSEAS.
BAVARIA DISTRICT
The mission of the Bavaria
District is to pursue excellence in teaching in order to ensure that all
students: Acquire and apply information;
Communicate effectively; Hold high expectations for themselves and others;
Interact cooperatively to establish positive human relationships; Engage in
thinking, reasoning, and problem solving; Value and respect diversity in a
multicultural society; Establish habits for emotional, physical, and social
well being in order to become lifelong learners who will serve as responsible
members of a global, dynamic society.
Learning, as a lifelong
process, must take place in a nurturing, safe atmosphere of mutual respect in
which educators, students, staff, and parents work together. As a community of learners, we will foster
high expectations, instructional leadership, and excellence in teaching to
create an environment in which all students achieve.
MISSION STATEMENT
As adopted by the WES/MS community
Students will be welcomed at WES in a nurturing safe
environment where educators, students, staff and parents will work together in
an atmosphere of respect. We will encourage and support high expectations and
excellence in achievement to promote lifelong learning for the 21st
Century.
Wuerzburg Elementary/Middle
School Is Fully Accredited By
The North Central
Association (NCA) Of Colleges And Schools
August 27, 2007
We are happy to welcome you and your family to Wuerzburg Elementary/Middle School and to the new and exciting adventures and experiences that await you here. This year marks the beginning of our school as an elementary and middle school, as well as our last year of operation. Even though there will be much concentration on the process of base closure and reassignments, our experienced staff of educators is dedicated to keeping their main focus on providing your child(ren) with the best educational opportunity available. We recognize and promote the development in each child of an attitude of self-respect and self-worth. We will also provide a variety of opportunities for students to form meaningful and responsible relationships with their peers and adults.
This handbook has been prepared to share with you the many policies, regulations, procedures and services in our school. Please keep this handbook readily available throughout the school year. Many of your questions have been anticipated and are discussed in the handbook. Because this is the closing year for our school, there will be changes or adjustments to our normal routine/services. Please know that we will keep you informed of changes as they occur and are readily available to clarify any school matter. The telephone numbers listed for key staff members will prove helpful do not hesitate to use them.
Close cooperation
between school and home is essential to promote the best interests of the
child. You are encouraged to visit the school and become an integral part of
this process. We challenge you to become involved, volunteer in the school, and
show your support for your childs education. Great things happen when there is
a meaningful relationship between home and school.
We look forward to meeting and working with all of you during the 2007/2008 School Year.
Debbie L. Strong
Principal
DAILY SCHEDULE
(Revised)
0800 First
0810 Second
0900 Sure Start
Instruction Begins
1110 1130 5th
8th Grade Lunch
1130 1155 5th
8th Grade Recess
1130 1150 K 4th
Grade Lunch
1150 1215 K 4th
Grade Recess
1435 PSCD, Sure Start and K 5th
Dismissed
1450 6th
8th Students Dismissed
WUERZBURG
ELEMENTARY/MIDDLE SCHOOL
SY 2007-2008
DSN: 350-7169/6721 CIV: 0931 700660
SCHOOL
BUS OFFICE: (0931) 702573
DSN:
350-7277
Mrs.
Debbie L. Strong, Principal
E-Mail: PRINCIPAL_WUERZBURG_ES@EU.DODEA.EDU
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Classes Start at 8:10 AM K 5th Dismissal at 2:35 PM 6th 8th Dismissal at 2:50 PM Students may enter the school at 08:00 |
Kindergarten: 8:10 AM 2:35 PM |
Sure Start: 09:00 AM 2:25 PM |
*Parents: Please ensure your children arrive on time daily. All late students must be signed in by the parent at the office.
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2007/2008 School Recess: Thanksgiving 22
& 23 Nov 07 Winter Recess 24
Dec - 04 Jan 08 Spring Recess 07 Apr - 11 Apr 08 |
School Closing/Delay Information: (In cases of inclement weather) Will be announced on AFN Radio (1143 AM/104.3 FM) |
Scheduled last day of school year: 12 June 2008
WUERZBURG ELEMENTARY/MIDDLE SCHOOL SUPPLY GUIDLINES
SY 07-08
Textbooks, workbooks and other instructional supplies are provided by DoDDS. Students who lose or damage school books or other property will be held accountable for that loss or damage. Parents are expected to provide the following for their children as needed.
All School |
Elementary Only
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MS/HS Only |
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Pens and pencils Rubber eraser Colored pencils Glue Sticks Pocket Folders Book bag or backpack Spiral Notebooks Plastic supply boxes Notebook dividers Bound composition book Highlighters 3-Ring binders Colored markers Tissues (1 box max) Planners |